1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-2 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
